In this year's World Series of Poker, "the House," which is Harrah's, will take out 5% of the prize pool and the tournament staff will receive 3%. This translates into 8% of the total prize pool of over 40 major tournaments.

In this year's World Series of Poker, "the House," which is Harrah's, will take out 5% of the prize pool and the tournament staff will receive 3%. This translates into 8% of the total prize pool of over 40 major tournaments.